Despite common misconceptions (thanks to shampoo commercials), curly hair is not synonymous with thickness and coarseness. And super-defined, fine strands are not confined to one curl pattern, either. It can be challenging to find the right products for fine, low-density strands because you want products that are light but still incredibly moisturizing.
According to Susan Walker of Earthtone Naturals:
A good moisturizer will hydrate and nourish the hair deeply within the hair shaft. Water-based products are necessary. Anything anhydrous or without water such as a 100% oil-based product will not be an effective moisturizer…In high humidity, frizz can ensue because moisture is taken from the environment into hair, resulting in swelling of the hair shaft, raising of the cuticle, and resulting goofiness.
We’re sharing seven moisturizing products that work for fine hair.
1. Oyin Hair Dew
It has simple ingredients. It’s creamy and moisturizes my fine curly hair no matter how long it’s been since wash day.
2. DAILY DOSE Leave-In Conditioner
This has a great scent that lingers. It is super slippery and can help detangle dry hair and manage frizz control.
3. Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Moisture Mist
All the little knots and tangles easily come loose and it so easy to get the necessary hydration with this product.
4. OGX Quenching + Coconut Curls Frizz-Defying Styling Milk
A styling milk that works best on damp hair but you can use it any way you want and it won’t build up. Another plus is you only have to use a little so a little can go a long way which means your bank account will thank you.
5. Innersense Sweet Spirit Leave-In Spray
It is a light but creamy hydration spray that allows fine curly hair to moisturize my hair and has just enough slip to detangle.
6. Obia Curl Hydration Spray
Whenever your hair is dry but full of product, you can’t afford to add a heavy moisturizer to your coils! This product is light, non-sticky and non-greasy.
7. Water | free
Water is the foundation of every great moisturizer and you’re guaranteed to not have product build up from H2O so you can always spritz it on your hair.
Which moisturizers do you use on your fine curly and coily hair?
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